•From August 2019 to September 2022, I worked with a time-served joiner and builder at PWM Joiners and Builders while pursuing full-time higher education. During this period, I developed practical skills and gained extensive experience working with private clients.•In parallel, I held part-time roles in the catering and hospitality sectors, which further enhanced my skill set. In August 2020, I completed a National Certificate (NC) in Built Environment at Glasgow Clyde College, followed by a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Construction Management in 2021, achieving 95% in the Graded Unit.•From 2021 to 2024, I pursued a BSc in Construction Management at Glasgow Caledonian University while seeking relevant full-time employment. In January 2024, I took on a temporary contract as an Airport Security Central Search Officer with ICTS UK.•In September 2024, I began full-time employment as an Apprentice Account Handler at Towergate Insurance, part of the Ardonagh Group.•I also hold a full, valid UK driving licence.